Dams in Beadle County, South Dakota
9Total Dams
0High Hazard
1Significant
Dam Safety in Beadle County, South Dakota
Beadle County has 9 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Another 1 carry a significant hazard classification. Currently, 1 dams have a condition assessment of poor or unsatisfactory.
The average dam in Beadle County is 66 years old. The most common purpose is recreation. The tallest dam is James Diversion Dam at 47 ft.
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Data note: Hazard potential describes the consequences if a dam failed; it does not predict the likelihood of failure. Inspection, condition, and emergency-plan fields can be incomplete or delayed. Check state dam-safety officials and local emergency managers for official guidance.
| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ravine Park | Significant | 16 | Recreation | 1938 | |
| James Diversion Dam | Low | Not Available | 47 | Recreation | 1964 |
| Staum | Low | 28 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1934 | |
| Stoney Run Dam | Low | 20 | Recreation | 1936 | |
| Norwegian Bordan Gpa South | Low | 18 | Fish and Wildlife Pond | 1996 | |
| Brueske Dam | Low | 17 | Fish and Wildlife Pond | 2005 | |
| Cain Creek Dam | Low | Poor | 14 | Fish and Wildlife Pond | 1939 |
| Norwegian Bordan Gpa North | Low | 10 | Fish and Wildlife Pond | 1996 | |
| Third Street Dam | Low | 7 | Recreation | 1930 |